Tappen Park is the civic heart of Stapleton — a small triangular green with a landmarked Victorian village hall planted in the middle and the whole neighborhood's foot traffic crossing through — and this permit takes the entire park for a full day of DJ sets. At that scale, the music becomes the neighborhood's soundtrack rather than an event you attend. If you have never spent time on Staten Island's North Shore, this is your excuse.
What to expect
With the whole park permitted, expect the setup centered near Village Hall and the open paved areas, and people spread across the benches, lawn edges and surrounding sidewalks. It runs most of the day, so the energy shifts from a daytime hang into an evening one. Bay Street's restaurants and bodegas are directly outside the park.
Good to know
- Take the Staten Island Ferry to St. George, then the Staten Island Railway two stops to Stapleton
- Free and outdoors; the whole park is part of the event
- The park is flat and paved, making it one of the more accessible venues in this batch
- Bay Street food is right outside — no need to pack a full meal
- Best for anyone who wants a long, low-key day rather than a timed program
- Shade is thin in the middle; the benches under the perimeter trees are the cool seats
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Common questions
How do I get to Tappen Park without a car?
Take the Staten Island Ferry to St. George and the Staten Island Railway to Stapleton. The park is a short walk from the station.
What is the building in the middle of the park?
It is the former Village Hall of Edgewater, built in 1889 and a designated New York City landmark.
Is the park still usable during the event?
The permit covers the whole park, so the event will be the main activity, but Tappen Park remains public space open to passers-by.
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